On Feb. 11, OPIC President and CEO Elizabeth Littlefield’s sent remarks by video to the New World Concepts’ International Women Leaders Summit in Karachi, Pakistan. The conference, which focused on “Women Making an Impact,” brought together female professionals and entrepreneurs to recognize women pioneering change in government and business. The summit highlighted how female leaders have changed the face of global leadership, impacted the business world and continue to work toward creating a more sustainable future.

In her remarks, Elizabeth shared her own professional experience and thoughts on how women’s role business has changed since she was the only female bond trader on the trading floor at JP Morgan in London. She noted that research has shown that women in leadership roles can greatly improve a business’s performance. Her complete remarks can be seen in the video below.